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An anticipatory breach of contract happens when one party states or shows that they will not fulfill their part of the deal. This happens before the agreed time for performance. It is also known as anticipatory repudiation. Even though the breach hasn't happened yet,...
When someone rents a house in California, the landlord typically takes a security deposit. This could be twice the rent payment, for example. The goal of this security deposit is to protect the landlord from a financial perspective, as there are certain situations in...
Most people who owe businesses money make reasonable efforts to fulfill their obligations. They try to work out a payment plan and adjust their budgets so that they can make appropriate payments. They commit to payments until they have repaid what they owe....
An easement is a legal agreement between a property owner and someone else -- often a neighboring property owner. For example, when one piece of real estate doesn’t have direct access to a main road, the landlocked owner may be granted an easement allowing them to...
There are many ways for people to invest in real estate. Some people convert inherited property that they receive from parents or grandparents to rental units. Others purchase vacant land and wait for infill to make the property valuable decades later. Those looking...
You and your neighbor have a long-standing dispute about the trees in your yard. Your neighbor complains about the shade and the fact that the trees block their view. You, on the other hand, enjoy the aesthetic appeal that they add to your property and do not want to...
When someone signs a commercial lease, they’re expected to continue making payments for the entire term of that lease. While residential leases often run for 12 months, commercial leases are sometimes longer. A tenant may sign a lease that is intended to last for 3 to...
Encroachment is a common yet often overlooked issue in California’s real estate scene. Understanding how encroachments occur is crucial for homeowners, buyers and developers alike. This phenomenon happens when a property owner unlawfully extends their structure,...
Contracts are at the heart of all business relationships. They are legal agreements that outline the rights and obligations of all parties. For the most part, contracts are honored, but that’s not always the case. Breaches of business contracts do occur, and they can...
Buying a property is an exciting time for anyone, but it’s one that comes with great responsibilities. One of these is doing their due diligence, including checking for the presence of easements. An easement is a legal right of one party to use another party’s...